61008 Zip Code, Belvidere

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Belvidere

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 116 / 300 High

Violent Crime 112

12% above national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 61008 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 61008 in Belvidere, IL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Belvidere.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 117 (17% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 99 (1% below avg)

61008 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Belvidere city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Belvidere	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate

61008 Crime Map

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61008 Demographics & Context

Population

32,764

Median Income

$85,567

Home Value

$218,486

Median Age

Pop. Density

374/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.8%

Graduate Degree 8.5%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.8%

Black 2.3%

Hispanic 27.3%

Asian 2%

61008 Crime Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61008, Belvidere?

Zip code 61008 in Belvidere, IL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 61008 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Belvidere.

Is Zip code 61008 a safe neighborhood in Belvidere?

Zip code 61008 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Belvidere, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 117), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Belvidere.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61008?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61008 is Rape, with a crime index of 117 (17% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61008?

Zip code 61008 has a population of approximately 32,764. The median household income is $85,567. The median home value is $218,486. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61008 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61008's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Belvidere, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.